Procurement Excellence Specialist

Specialist - Procurement Excellence

Company Description

Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories Ltd. is a leading multinational pharmaceutical company based across global locations. Each of our 24,000 plus employees comes to work every day for one collective purpose: to accelerate access to affordable and innovative medicines because Good Health Can’t Wait.

We started in 1984 with a modest investment, 20 employees and a bold vision. Today, we have research and development centres, manufacturing facilities or a commercial presence in 66 countries.

For nearly four decades, we have stood for access, affordability and innovation based on the bedrock of deep science, progressive people practices and robust corporate governance. As the pharmaceutical industry evolves and undergoes disruption, we see an opportunity – to strengthen our core further (the next steps) and to build the future (the new bets).

‘The Next and the New’ is how we aim to continue to be the partner of choice – purpose-driven, future-ready and sustainable. Our aim is to reach over 1.5 Bn+ patients across the world by 2030 by growing our core businesses and building for the future with sustainability at the core of our purpose and strategy. Sustainability for us means operating in a manner that respects people, planet and purpose – helping us conserve precious resources, serve our patients, create value for stakeholders, give back to society, fulfil our potential and maintain our integrity and transparency

Dr Reddy’s maintains a work environment, free from discrimination and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to employ & nurture all qualified diverse workforce without regard to race, colour religion, nationality, sex, age, disability status, genetics, sexual orientation, gender expression, citizenship or any other characteristic or classification protected by applicable law(s) of the country we operate in. We treasure every talent, and recognize merit and diversity in our organization.

Job Description

Process Optimization & Continuous Improvement:

• Driving Lean projects would require collecting and analysing data to identify areas for streamlining procurement workflows, having the right RACIs and updating them & measuring efficiency across processes.
• Collaborate with Procurement Category Strategy teams and Procurement Operations Team, Lean COE and CFT stakeholders to implement changes to procurement workflows and processes and ensure smooth adoption.
• Estimate and report process improvements in KPIs related to process optimization.
• Review and identify gaps in existing processes and implement strategies for continuous improvement.
• Running SDP projects and being the SPOC for driving OE Savings ideas

Excellence Culture Building:

• Partner with CFT teams to develop As – Is documentation of processes, create To – Be processes for the redesigned and simplified process & then create BRD (Business Requirement Document) for implementation by Digital Process Excellence Team members
• Implement training modules for effective change management of redesigned processes
• Communicate process updates and facilitate knowledge-sharing sessions within and beyond Procurement teams at periodic intervals.
• Provide ongoing support and guidance on best procurement processes and practices.
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement within Procurement team, focusing on analytical thinking and innovation to enhance procurement processes efficiency.

Policy Review & Development:

• Design and refine procurement policies and procedures to align with organizational goals and industry best practices.
• Work closely with Tier 1 and Tier 2 teams to gather input and feedback to ensure policies remain effective and relevant.
• Maintain documentation and cascade updates for all procurement policies to ensure adoption / smooth transition.
• Conducting regular audits to assess adherence to policies, tracking audit findings and corrective actions to ensure 100% adherence.
• Track and report metrics related to the number of policies reviewed, optimized, and implemented.

Compliance & Governance:

• Collaborate with Procurement Tier 1 teams to drive and program manage the implementation of ProcureNext initiatives and all Lean Projects

  Program Management

• Lead and manage multiple projects/programs from planning to execution and closure
• Define program scope, goals, timelines, and success metrics in alignment with business priorities
• Track progress, manage risks, and ensure on-time, on-budget delivery
• Drive cross-functional collaboration across teams (business, operations, IT, etc.)
• Establish governance frameworks, review mechanisms, and reporting dashboards
• Identify and implement process improvements and efficiencies
• Ensure effective stakeholder communication and alignment at all levels

 

Qualifications

 

• Pharma or Engineering Graduate preferably with MBA (Supply Chain/Operations) and 5-8 years of relevant experience in pharma industry
• Certifications: Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, SAP MM module
• Min. 5 years of experience in Lean Process reengineering initiatives and projects, preferably in Procurement
• Proficiency in driving operational excellence through VSM, VA/NVA analysis & ECRS methodologies to optimize processes and enhance efficiency
• Good understanding of Supply Chain & planning operations, Procurement policies & processes and compliance requirements
• Familiarity with procurement software and tools, such as Ariba, SAP MM module
• Knowledge of Operations in pharmaceutical industry, specifically in Generics

Additional Information

Additional Information

Global Manufacturing Organisation (GMO)
At Dr. Reddy's Laboratories, we are dedicated to making a meaningful impact on global healthcare through precision manufacturing and innovation. With a legacy of excellence, we are a leading force in the pharmaceutical industry.
We operate 19 state-of-the-art manufacturing plants across Hyderabad, Vizag, Baddi, Mexico, Shreveport, and Mirfield, comprising 8 OSD facilities, 3 Injectables facilities, and 8 API facilities.
Benchmarking manufacturing processes and continuous operational excellence are at the core of our capability to deliver quality medicines to our patients in 66 countries. We manufacture a portfolio of complex APIs and 1,150+ drug master files across key therapy areas such as Oncology, Cardio-vascular, Central Nervous System and Anti-Diabetes. he World Economic Forum has recognised our largest manufacturing facility in Bachupally, Hyderabad, as part of its Global Lighthouse Network. We aspire to be the most efficient pharma operations in the world. Our productivity improvement and digitalisation efforts are key to staying competitive, meeting business imperatives, and meeting our ambitious ESG goals. Building such ‘factories of the future’ is integral to innovation and to build healthcare of the future.

Benefits Offered

At Dr. Reddy’s we actively help to catalyse your career growth and professional development through personalised learning programs.

The benefits you will enjoy at Dr. Reddy’s are on par with the best industry standards. They include, among other things and other essential equipment, joining & relocation support, family support (Maternity & Paternity benefits), learning and development opportunities, medical coverage for yourself and your family, life coverage for yourself.

Our Work Culture

Ask any employee at Dr. Reddy’s why they come to work every day and they’ll say, because Good Health Can’t Wait. This is our credo as well as the guiding principle behind all our actions. We see healthcare solutions not only as scientific formulations, but as a means to help patients lead healthier lives, and we’re always attuned to the new and the next to empower people to stay fit. And to do this, we foster a culture of empathy and dynamism. People are at the core of our journey over the last few decades. They have been supported by an enabling environment that buoys individual ability while fostering teamwork and shared success. We believe that when people with diverse skills are bound together by a common purpose and value system, they can make magic.

For more details, please visit our career website at https://careers.drreddys.com

Experience Level

Senior Level